It seems as though the “off the shoulder” look is THE trend of spring/summer 2016. I’m seeing this look everywhere! I wondered…do I dare? The answer was loud and clear…Yup!
I made this cute little dress using M6558 and some fabric I had left from this cropped top. I always liked this fabric and was saving the rest of it for a dress and thought that the scalloped edge it has would work really well for the hem of the ruffle and bottom hem of this dress.
The fabric is a bit on the heavy side so I thought that it would look better without the elastic waist and I shortened it significantly to balance out the volume.
Pattern: McCalls 6558
Fabric used: A poly blend..??…navy eyelet.
Instructions: I didn’t follow the instructions…due to the changes I made to the pattern.
Changes I made: Using the pattern pieces for View B, I cut out the ruffle using the scalloped edge for my hem. I then joined the bodice and skirt pattern pieces together, overlapping the seam allowances. I measured the length I wanted the dress to be and cut out the front and back pieces to this length, again using the scalloped edge for my hem. My fabric needed to be lined so I used my new front and back pieces to cut out my lining. I stitched the side seams for both the eyelet and the lining. Then put them one inside the other…right sides together and stitched the armscye….matching the side seams. I clipped the curves and turned the lining to the inside. I found this to be the easiest and neatest way to finish it with a lining. I then followed the instructions for the ruffle attachment.
Repeat worthy? Yes!! I really love this dress and Hubs likes it so much that makes is repeat worthy.
I want to thank my daughter…now back from school…YAY!… for taking these pictures. I felt like a real life Blogger..all fancy with my Chai Latte in hand. It was super fun to take pics with you and you made me look goooood! Thanks!!
Photos courtesy of Bergman Photography
So…what are your thoughts on this trend? I personally love it and I think it works really well in this type of dress silhouette….will you dare to give it a try?
Aaaaah…….stunning!!!
Thanks Rianna! It’s a fun dress to wear.
I love this on you, beautiful as are the photos.
Thank you Lori. The photos were so much fun to do!
I’ve learned…from past experience….never to say never, LOL. BUT….at this moment in time, the off the shoulder trend is not for me. Even though I like my shoulders, it’s really about the girls!
You do look stunning {and chai latte oh YUM!}! I’m still trying to get my head around you having a college age daughter!!! If you tell me it’s the east coast air, I’m going to start looking at real estate stat!
Oh…never say never….such a dangerous thing to do ;)! There are some good shoulder baring patterns out there that will still accommodate and hide bra straps. So you could do a touch of the trend without going all the way.
I’m still getting my head wrapped around a lot of things in my life right now…including the age of my kiddos! You are so sweet! It’s just good lighting….no no no, wait…what am I saying?…. It’s the air out here for sure…now pack up!! We will great neighbors!
I love it!
Thank you Angela! You should knit one up! That would be so cute!
This looks cool and refreshing, the perfect summer dress. I love your fabric choice and the eyelet scallops on the edges.
Thanks Amanda!
Off shoulder doesn’t work in the work place, but I am planning on giving the trend a try. Love your dress in one of my favorite colors – Navy. You look perfectly summer ready.
You’re right…not in the workplace but hopefully you will have lots of other times to wear this style over the summer! Now if only summer would arrive! Thanks Faye!
The photos are gorgeous! Your daughter is a talented photographer. I love this dress on you. I agree — I’ve been seeing this trend everywhere. Haven’t decided if I’ll jump on the bandwagon yet or not, though.
She is talented..for sure! Maybe in a top for a special date night?? 😉
Isn’t having your daughter take your pictures fun! These turned out fabulous. I’m sure that’s helped by the fact that your dress is amazing. I’m not a huge fan of the off the shoulder look but I really like your intrepretation of this look. It’s the perfect combination of fabric, styling and fit!
It really is the best! She likes to tell VERY cheesy jokes while she takes pics…that’s why I usually have a massive smile on my face. Thanks Carolyn, I do really like this style…much to my surprise.
Love this! I plan to give it a try!
Thanks Linda! Yes, do give it a try!
This looks beautiful on you Margo! So summery and the eyelet was perfect choice!
Thanks Heather! This eyelet has a surprising good drape…not the usual for eyelet.
OH LADY BE GOOD. that color is perfection on you, and you look the picture of happiness!
Hahaha! Being with my people has this effect on me…happy.
Do we need more evidence that less is more! Seriously good summer wearable.
Lol! Thanks Gail!
I love everything about your look! The simple cut of the dress, the fabric and the hat! Such an effortless, super chic look.
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Oh, it’s adorable!! I’m really love this cold shoulder style too, and I’m looking forward to trying a few things in it myself once summer comes back to us 🙂
Awesome off the shoulder dress. This is the perfect dress for summer. The fabric of the dress and color is so cool.I really love it. Thanks for sharing the post!!
Using the scallop edge makes it seem so high-end, and I especially love the classic navy for this trendy style. It turned out really cute!
Happy I came across your blog. Just bought this pattern and want to modify it like you did to not have a waist seam or elastic. I’m wondering if you straitened out the pattern at the sides at the waist after you joined the bodice and skirt pattern pieces or did you leave it so it tapers in at the waist.
“straightened” lol
I love this dress! Excellent work in blending patterns. The navy is classy too. Love that you feel like a real blogger with your chai latte. Lol. You’ve inspired me now. Thx.
So chiq!
Thanks!!